6258 Fixed-Wing Aircraft Airframe Mechanic, F-35

Core Skills

• advanced aircraft structural maintenance
• composite materials and low observable repair
• hydraulic and pneumatic systems maintenance
• landing gear systems inspection and repair
• technical data and digital maintenance manual usage
• fault isolation and root cause analysis
• preventive maintenance and inspection planning
• use of precision measurement and NDI tools
• quality assurance and compliance
• maintenance documentation and digital recordkeeping

Civilian Career Paths

• Aircraft Maintenance
• Mechanical Engineering
• Project Management

Training & Development

What the Work Involves

• Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and that aircraft are ready for operation.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Maintain repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance.
• Examine and inspect aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
• Conduct routine and special inspections as required by regulations.

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.